| Construction Rating: | starstarstarstarstar |
| Flight Rating: | starstarstarstarstar_border |
| Overall Rating: | starstarstarstarstar_border |
| Manufacturer: | Estes  |
Brief:
This is a RTF model that resembles a Patriot missile with clear fins. It flies on 18mm motors and includes a
twist-lock motor retainer.
Construction:
None, it's RTF. My son found this rocket so I didn't even have to attach the chute. I'll rate it a '5' even though
Estes did the work.
Finishing:
None needed, but it looks great.
Construction Rating: 5 out of 5
Flight:
I had no instructions but there is nothing to think about. Add wadding, pack chute, insert motor, twist on the
retainer. It flew nicely on a C6-5.
Recovery:
I noticed that, when I got it (it was used), one of the clear fins had a cloudy line in it. After this flight, it was
more pronounced. I assume it is due to stress at landing. There is nothing on the surface so it wasn't exhaust residue.
Flight Rating: 4 out of 5
Summary:
I never would have bought this RTF, but it looks nice and flies well.
Overall Rating: 4 out of 5
Other Reviews
- Estes Patriarch (RTF) By Mitch Marchi (December 9, 2007)
Brief: "Ready to Fly" kit. Construction: Three clear plastic fins and some great decals give this model a realistic look like the Patriot missile. It has a plastic engine mount with an engine retainer ring, not a hook. Typical Estes elastic shock cord and plastic chute. The only step required was to attach the parachute to the shock cord. Instructions were good and ...
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